Abstract
Background: A genome-wide SNP association study has linked low levels of IRF4 with the development of CLL. Results: Low levels of IRF4 disrupt homeostasis of B1 B cells and promote survival of CLL cell. Conclusion: Our results demonstrate a causal relationship between low levels of IRF4 and the development of CLL. Significance: We establish IRF4 as a critical regulator in the pathogenesis of CLL.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 26430-26440 |
Number of pages | 11 |
Journal | Journal of Biological Chemistry |
Volume | 288 |
Issue number | 37 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Sep 13 2013 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology
- Cell Biology